2016 RENAULT CAPTUR0.9L Petrol

The Renault Captur presents a current roadworthy status following its most recent pass on 28 May 2025 at 70,755 miles, yet the DVSA record shows a fail on the same date with no defects logged. Across the five tests from May 2023 to May 2025, the vehicle cleared each examination with no advisories or faults recorded, establishing a stable mechanical trend rather than a worsening condition. The paired fail-and-pass entries at identical mileages in 2024 and 2025 suggest procedural or documentation anomalies rather than latent mechanical decay. Mileage progression aligns with typical use for a decade-old hatchback. The car covered 55,344 miles by 27 May 2023, then 67,592 miles at the 31 May 2024 test, equating to roughly 12,200 miles in that year. A pronounced slowdown followed: only 3,163 miles accrued to the May 2025 tests. Such a dip implies lighter recent use or extended standing periods, though the overall average of 7,076 miles per annum remains unremarkable. The clean defect history across this span gives little evidence of neglected consumables. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of core components that MOT entries did not flag. Renault Captur models of this era commonly exhibit wear in front suspension bushes and coil springs; the tester recorded no such advisories, but visual checks for corrosion on structural subframes and exhaust integrity remain prudent. Examine brake discs and calipers for binding, and verify tyre tread depth beyond the test threshold. The unexplained fails without recorded defects demand scrutiny of the original test certificates or DVSA records to confirm no hidden compliance issue. Previous owners demonstrated punctual retesting after each rejection, indicating responsiveness to statutory requirements. Absent any logged mechanical fault, the Captur's roadworthiness appears sound, but independent verification of suspension and braking function is advised before purchase.